This is called insulin resistance and the result is the same as with type 1 diabetes â a build-up of glucose in the blood. When first diagnosed, many people with type 2 diabetes can manage their condition with healthy diet and increased physical activity.
Bone, carpal: One of the wrist bones. There are eight carpal bones that are arranged in two rows.
The carpal tunnel, also known as the carpal canal, is a passage of bones and ligaments at the base of the hand. The median nerve and tendons are also in the carpal tunnel. The carpal tunnel can sometimes narrow as a result of irritated tendons or some other swelling, this puts pressure on the median nerve.